Early Asia Swing returns with defending champions ready

The LPGA Tour's early Asia Swing is returning in 2026, starting with the Honda LPGA Thailand. Defending champions are preparing for the events. A field breakdown has been released for the Honda LPGA Thailand tournament.

The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) has announced the return of its early Asia Swing for the 2026 season. This series includes the Honda LPGA Thailand, HSBC Women's World Championship, and Blue Bay LPGA. The field breakdown for the 2026 Honda LPGA Thailand was detailed in a news release dated February 17, 2026.

Defending champions are ready to compete in these tournaments, as highlighted in the LPGA's coverage. The announcement emphasizes the excitement surrounding the Asia-based events. Angel Yin is noted among key figures associated with the swing.

Jennifer Meyer, Manager of Digital Operations for the LPGA, contributed to the field breakdown article. She has over a decade of experience managing website content for the LPGA and Epson Tours. A dedicated team of writers is crafting content to elevate the LPGA Tour brand through these stories.

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Female LPGA golfer teeing off at the 2026 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions in Lake Nona, Florida.
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LPGA opens 2026 season with Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions

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The Ladies Professional Golf Association begins its 2026 season this week with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions at Lake Nona in Florida. Golf Channel's Beth Ann Nichols discussed the season opener and other LPGA news on 'Golf Today.' This event marks the return to action for the tour.

The LPGA has released a field breakdown for the upcoming 2026 HSBC Women’s World Championship. The announcement comes from the official LPGA website.

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World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul will make her debut at the LPGA's season-opening Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, joined by No. 2 Nelly Korda and past champion Lydia Ko. The field includes 39 players who won on tour in the past two seasons, marking a larger group than in recent years due to a record 29 winners in 2025. Several top-ranked players, including three Australians, will skip the event to begin their seasons in Asia.

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler begins his 2026 campaign at The American Express in La Quinta, California, where he enters as the clear favorite amid a strong field. The tournament, running January 22-25 across three courses, features a $9.2 million purse and players aiming to make early statements. Betting models highlight value in props like Patrick Cantlay for a top-10 finish and Ludvig Åberg as top European.

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Four-time PGA Tour winner Si Woo Kim holds a one-shot lead at 22 under par heading into the final round of the 2026 American Express. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and 18-year-old Blades Brown trail closely, setting up a dramatic Sunday at PGA West. Golf Channel and ESPN+ will provide full coverage of the event.

Nelly Korda secured her 16th LPGA Tour win at the 2026 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, finishing at 13-under par after the event was controversially reduced to 54 holes due to weather. The 27-year-old's third-round 64 proved decisive, edging out Amy Yang by three shots at Lake Nona Golf and Country Club. The decision to end play early drew criticism from players amid improving conditions.

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